Program Scheduler

Program Scheduler

Job Description

Scope of Work
The Program Scheduler II supports program execution by developing, maintaining, and analyzing integrated master schedules (IMS) in compliance with Technical Performance Requirements (TPRs), Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and the Contract Statement of Work (CSOW). The role interfaces with program teams, customers, and subcontractors to monitor schedule performance and support reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain detailed program schedules aligned with contractual requirements.
Build and manage schedules using Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.
Define task logic, durations, dependencies, float, and critical path.
Perform schedule status updates and variance analysis.
Coordinate schedule activities with customers and subcontractors; integrate subcontractor schedules into the program IMS.
Track milestones, key events, and internal/external dependencies.
Produce schedule variance reports including root cause and mitigation forecasting.
Provide weekly schedule performance reports and monthly cost and schedule performance reports to program leadership.

Required Qualifications
4–7 years of program or project scheduling experience.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.
Working knowledge of Integrated Master Scheduling (IMS), Critical Path Method (CPM), and schedule performance metrics.
Experience supporting contract-driven programs with formal reporting requirements.
Strong analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting government or DoD programs.
Familiarity with EVMS principles.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

Experience Required: 4–7 Years
Scheduling Tools: Microsoft Project, Primavera P6 (must have both, no exception)

Key Contributions
Update schedule
Produce delieverables:
Maintain schedule
Schedule Metrics
Schedule reports

Software Proficiency
Advanced proficiency with both Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.

Optional Information
Nice-to-Have Skills
Program management Skill or certification
Construction or Software scheduling background

Industry Experience
Experienced Program Scheduler, ability to translate words into activities

Notes:
Remote. On occasion they will be required to go onsite to meet with the customer
Mon-Fri 8 am to 5 pm EST

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.